Clocortolone Cream and Phenergan Suppositories

• Generic Name: clocortolone topical
• Dosage Forms: cream
• Other Brand Names: Cloderm, Cloderm Pump

Clocortolone is a steroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body.

Clocortolone topical (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by psoriasis, eczema, or skin conditions that respond to steroid medication.

Clocortolone topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: promethazine
• Dosage Forms: Tablets and Suppositories, rectal suppository
• Other Brand Names: Phenergan, Phenadoz, Promethegan

Phenergan (promethazine) belongs to a group of drugs called phenothiazines. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Promethazine also acts as an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.

Phenergan is used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes.

Phenergan also prevents motion sickness, and treats nausea and vomiting or pain after surgery. It is also used as a sedative or sleep aid.

Phenergan is not for use in treating symptoms of asthma, pneumonia, or other lower respiratory tract infections.